Andrea Fernandez
Phoenix
Summary
Motivated employee learns quickly in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Consistently adheres to safety standards. Maintains open availability and flexibility to work various shifts. Perceptive Manufacturing professional with expertise in production roles. Successfully completes tasks to meet project goals or business expectations. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Mayo Clinic
Phoenix, AZ
03.2025 - Current
- Educated patients on post-discharge care
- Trained new team members on PCU(Surgical and Medical), ICU, and Observation Unit.
- Implemented infection control procedures, improving overall safety standards.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
Patient Care Technician
Banner University Medical Center
Phoenix, AZ
01.2020 - 03.2025
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity for patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
Patient Care Technician
HonorHealth
Scottsdale, AZ
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Enabled increased mobility for patients by assisting with ambulation exercises and transfers using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
Patient Care Technician
Oasis Home Health
Casa Grande, AZ
02.2017 - 05.2020
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistance - Nursing Assistance
Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology
Coolidge, AZ05-2019
High School Diploma -
Coolidge High School
Coolidge, AZ05-2018
Skills
- Bilingual- verbal and written communications in Spanish and English
- Able to adapt and make rational decisions in high stress environments
- Ability to work under pressure
- Critical thinker, decision maker, problem solver and team player
- Patient Education
- Patient Services
- Medical Terminology
Certification
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Advanced Clinical Reasearch Coordinator Certification (ACRCC)
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Mayo Clinic
03.2025 - Current
Patient Care Technician
HonorHealth
10.2023 - 03.2024
Patient Care Technician
Banner University Medical Center
01.2020 - 03.2025
Patient Care Technician
Oasis Home Health
02.2017 - 05.2020
High School Diploma -
Coolidge High School
Certified Nursing Assistance - Nursing Assistance
Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology